The best windmill tourist trap

Everyone knows I love me a good tourist trap. Zaansche Schans - in the town of Zaandam - had everything we could want. Charming historical homes. Mostly-not-tacky gift shops with the local flair. Scenic views along the river. Hot croissants from a roadside stand. Demonstrations!
Mary, nooo! Do NOT step into the path without looking both ways 🚴‍♀️
The spiderweb drew me in
The almost-twins look is sure to keep happening
This footbridge was so steep, they added rungs.
This windmill ground paint
Inner workings
This one was a working sawmill. 
The official museum
The local flair
The scenic view. It's a wrap.
-Christine-

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  1. LauraJune 3, 2022 at 10:06 AM

    Your photography is great - the commentary witty - keep it coming!

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  2. AnonymousJune 3, 2022 at 4:16 PM

    Hi, it’s Sue!! Looks so beautiful there! Even if it’s a tourist trap! So good to see your big smiles! Continue to enjoy every minute!

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  3. Christine StevensJune 5, 2022 at 2:59 AM

    Thanks Laura and Sue!

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  4. TommyJune 5, 2022 at 7:01 AM

    Is there a significance to all of the green paint? Wondering if it's a theme just at that historical site or a more common practice throughout Amsterdam.

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    1. Christine StevensJune 7, 2022 at 5:07 AM

      We asked Dimitri, our guide, a few days later. He didn't know for sure but said the town might have required that color at one time. Dark painted houses are very comon in the area, but not necessarily green.

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    2. Christine StevensJune 7, 2022 at 5:07 AM

      We asked Dimitri, our guide, a few days later. He didn't know for sure but said the town might have required that color at one time. Dark painted houses are very comon in the area, but not necessarily green.

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  5. HeidiJune 5, 2022 at 4:31 PM

    Nice photos, Christine. Tourist traps are fun. Heidi

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